I miss you, my Whistle Bird. You made a hard choice all those years ago, and although it wasn’t the option I’d selected for you at the time, I’m so glad you stayed.
And will stay, forever in my heart.
Tag: wildlife
And Then There Were Three (Creature Thoughts, Jan/Feb ’26)
Farewell, sweet Stripes. Fly high above the rainbow with your sister Stars. I’ll miss you forever.
Creature Thoughts Jul/Aug 2025: HUMMINGBIRD!
Sometime in late April, just about every year, people who follow me on Facebook will be greeted by a single-word, all-caps post.
HUMMINGBIRD!
Creature Thoughts July/Aug 2024: Marmota monax: The Whistle-pig
Marmota monax: The Whistle-pig. Well-known as a hungry troublemaker around homes and gardens, the lowly woodchuck has its good side, too.
Sept-Oct 2023 Creature Thoughts
Whatever adventures life holds in store for you, know that I send you courage, fortitude, and love. And know that, as long as you have your beloved animal companions beside you (even those who are only now beside you in spirit) … you will never walk alone.
Creature Thoughts, March-April 2023
A wintery update, and some news. Did you experience the big March nor’easter? How has your own current weather been treating you?
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